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Trump’s team is reportedly eyeing permanent fencing around Lafayette Square and Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House to cut costs and boost security for big events—though the plan’s still in early stages and hasn’t been approved. The fencing would reuse existing barriers and remain flexible for access, while upgrades to the North Portico’s security doors are expected to finish by mid-September...

Highway 77 northbound between I-35E and the Minnesota River Bridge is shutting down Friday night at 9 p.m. and won’t reopen until 5 a.m. Monday — with all ramps closed. Drivers should expect two lanes reduced to one by Friday afternoon. The detour: take southbound 77 to I-35E north, then I-494 west, back to 77. This major weekend closure is part of a safety upgrade project covering the road and te...

A teacher at New Horizon Academy, Aaron Jacob Bonnette, faces serious charges after allegedly striking a four-year-old multiple times in a violent incident captured on surveillance video. The child’s mother reported bruises and fear, and the footage shows Bonnette grabbing, lifting, and repeatedly smacking the child before dropping him. Bonnette, who claimed he used a blanket to cover the child’s...

Minnesota’s West Winnie Campground is cracking down on soft-sided camping gear from July 1 through October 13 to keep black bears safe—and campers out of trouble. Tents and pop-up trailers are banned, with fines up to $5,000 for violators. The Forest Service isn’t citing specific incidents, but they’re acting proactively to prevent bears from getting comfortable around human food. If you’re headed...

Minnesota’s sweltering 90-degree heat this Sunday is turning lakes into playgrounds — but safety’s not automatic. At Wirth Lake Beach, lifeguards don’t start until 1 p.m., leaving parents on duty from dawn till dusk. One savvy family’s got a plan: bright swimsuits for visibility, swim lessons, and strict teamwork — no one’s left watching. Officials are sounding the alarm: when lifeguards aren’t ar...

Congress just passed the biggest housing bill in decades—the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act—aimed at slashing costs, boosting supply, and curbing big companies from buying up single-family homes. But the President pulled the plug, refusing to sign it over his frustration that the Senate hasn’t passed his own voting bill. Republicans are baffled, seeing this as a major win—especially with electio...

Gas prices are surging back toward $4 a gallon as U.S.-Iran tensions flare, threatening oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz — a chokepoint for 20% of global energy. With ship traffic plummeting and Russia tightening fuel exports amid refinery attacks, summer demand and costly summer-blend gasoline are adding fuel to the fire. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow....

After 30 years of delays and neglect, the beloved Berger Fountain—nicknamed the dandelion fountain—is finally getting a full restoration thanks to a $1.8 million state grant, bringing the total funding to $2.6 million. Once a gathering spot for generations, this iconic Loring Park landmark, originally funded by Benjamin Berger in 1975, will be revived with new plumbing, a redesigned plaza, seating...

The St. Paul skyway, the world’s largest publicly owned system, is falling into disrepair — but a passionate group is fighting back. Through projects like the interactive Open-Civ map and community events, they’re turning the skyway into a vibrant, accessible urban hub. With lessons from Des Moines and even a nod to New York’s High Line, advocates believe smart investment and collaboration can rev...

Minnesota’s Clemency Review Commission is wading into high-stakes cases today, examining 35 serious convictions—including murder—before recommending mercy to the Board of Pardons. The spotlight shines brightest on Ronald Reed, a four-time parole seeker convicted in 2006 for killing a St. Paul officer in 1970, sparking fierce backlash from victims’ families and law enforcement groups. Also under re...

Minnesota’s Senate race is heating up as Rep. Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan battle for the open seat, each backed by a powerhouse coalition of Democratic heavyweights. Flanagan’s progressive bloc includes Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and Minnesota’s own Ilhan Omar and Betty McCollum, while Craig draws support from moderates like Hakeem Jeffries, Nancy Pelosi, and Pete Buttigieg — pl...

Farm bankruptcies are soaring, with Minnesota seeing a shocking 300% spike in filings — signaling a crisis gripping family farms nationwide. Rising costs, stagnant incomes, and political blame games are compounding the struggle, as farmers fight to stay afloat amid shrinking margins. While some hope lies in new policies like expanded visas, ethanol fuel access, and emergency aid, economists warn t...

Just weeks after Minnesota’s governor and attorney general pardoned Tou Lue Vang—a convicted sex offender who assaulted a ten-year-old girl—Trump administration officials moved swiftly to deport him. Secretary of State Marco Rubio revoked Vang’s legal status, calling the pardon a dangerous precedent and accusing Governor Walz of endangering public safety. With federal agents escorting him, Vang wa...

Minnesota’s Clemency Review Commission faced renewed scrutiny after meeting Friday to review over 30 commutation cases, just days after federal officials condemned their controversial pardon of Tou Lue Vang—a convicted child sex offender—whose state pardon was swiftly followed by his deportation under Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s order, highlighting the tension between state clemency powers an...

Minnesota drivers brace for another gas price surge, nearing $4 again after dipping slightly from last month—echoing the May peak of $4.56. Global tensions, especially around a potential U.S.-Iran ceasefire, are fueling oil volatility. Stay ahead with a new gas calculator that estimates your fill-up costs based on your car and location—because knowing your spend can save your wallet. Listen in com...

Minneapolis’ Fourth of July turned violent again—with smashed car windows, a homicide, and shootings caught on camera—while police leaders warn that political inaction and failed ideologies are fueling the crisis. Joe Gamaldi, a national police union leader, blames the “defund the police” movement for soaring murder rates in major cities, including Minneapolis, where officers feel understaffed, un...

Your inbox is drowning in political emails—each one a digital wildfire designed to get you to open your wallet. As election season ramps up, the pressure mounts with urgent, emotionally charged messages that play on your sense of duty. Meanwhile, state races like Minnesota’s governor’s race reveal a familiar playbook: big promises of spending and tax cuts to win over key voters. It’s a high-stakes...

A controversial pardon for Tou Lue Vang, a Laotian man convicted in 2005 of sexually abusing a 10-year-old, has sparked national outrage after he was deported by ICE following a decision by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Vang, who initially downplayed the abuse as “minor” and blamed cultural differences, later expressed remorse in a pardon request letter — a move supported by the victim and famil...

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is escalating military grooming and fitness standards, targeting “beardo” and “fat troops” to restore discipline and readiness, sparking debate over medical and religious exemptions while pushing for stricter enforcement to ensure service members can safely wear gas masks and protective gear. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/d...

The Pentagon just unleashed 40 new UAP files—videos, audio, and photos—revealing jaw-dropping military sightings from 2015 to 2025, including a silent, propulsionless object over a nuclear facility, a rectangular UFO with impossible flight, a balloon-like craft over the Atlantic, and even a six-pointed star near China. Historical records date back to 1949, and officials promise more disclosures ar...

A man pardoned by Minnesota’s governor for a 2006 child sexual assault conviction was still deported — a stark reminder that federal immigration law can override state clemency, even when victims’ letters sway local mercy. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based...

A daycare worker in St. Paul, Minnesota, was fired and now faces gross misdemeanor charges after allegedly smacking a four-year-old in the face—security footage shows the child visibly terrified before being struck. The teacher, Aaron Bonnette, claimed he used a blanket to cover the child’s mouth because the kid was spitting, but the daycare says he seriously violated safety rules. The incident, r...

Sixteen active wildfires rage across Minnesota’s Superior National Forest—most small but dangerously persistent. Firefighters are battling with bulldozers and air tankers, but nationwide resource shortages make reinforcements scarce. Lightning sparked at least three, others still under investigation. Stay out of fire zones, drones are banned, and officials urge caution as containment efforts inten...

Torrential rains slammed southeast Minnesota, triggering catastrophic flooding that submerged homes, forced rescues, and left communities reeling. In Mower County, overwhelmed storm sewers turned Austin into a flood zone, with at least ten homes fully underwater and many more severely damaged. Sheriff Steve Sandvik shared harrowing accounts of residents’ terror during evacuations, calling it “thei...

A tragic crash on Highway 87 in Becker County, Minnesota, claimed the life of a 62-year-old woman from Menahga after her SUV went under a semi-trailer backing into a driveway around 10 PM. The semi driver was unharmed, road conditions were dry, and alcohol was ruled out. Authorities are still working to confirm her identity, as the community mourns this sudden, devastating loss. Listen in comfort:...